Identity Theft in Broome County
124 cases · Broome County Courts · DCJS Data
Identity theft cases in Broome County are dismissed at a significantly higher rate than the statewide average, with 42.4% of cases dismissed compared to 26.0% statewide—a gap of 16.4 percentage points. This dismissal rate has climbed steadily from 16.7% in 2019 to 50.0% in 2024, suggesting that prosecutors or courts have become increasingly skeptical of these charges or that case quality has shifted. Convictions occur in 57.6% of cases that proceed to resolution, with no acquittals recorded, indicating that when identity theft cases reach trial they typically result in conviction. The median time from charge to disposition is about five months, which is relatively standard for felony processing.
Half of all identity theft charges are reduced to lesser offenses, primarily to disorderly conduct (80% of reductions). When convicted on the original charge, defendants face a mixed sentencing landscape dominated by fines (23.7%) and incarceration in various forms—jail (5.3%), prison (2.6%), or time served (7.9%)—with probation assigned in 5.3% of convictions. Pretrial release is accessible to most defendants, with 58.7% released on their own recognizance and only 1.7% remanded without bail; those required to post bail face a median amount
Dismissal rate includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice. Conviction rate includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. Avg duration measures arraignment to final disposition. Data sourced from New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Last updated: March 2026
Case Outcomes
Source: 124 public court records, Broome County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com
Outcomes by Charge Class
How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Identity Theft in Broome County.
| Charge Class | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Misdemeanor | 71 | 37.1% | 62.9% |
| B Misdemeanor | 34 | 52.6% | 47.4% |
| D Felony | 10 | 33.3% | 66.7% |
| E Felony | 9 | 50.0% | 50.0% |
Charge class reflects the severity classification at arrest (e.g., A Felony is the most serious, B Misdemeanor the least). Outcomes vary by class due to differing prosecutorial priorities, plea bargaining patterns, and case complexity. Source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data.
Year-Over-Year Trends
How Identity Theft outcomes in Broome County have changed over time.
| Year | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 23 | 16.7% | 83.3% |
| 2020 | 23 | 40.0% | 60.0% |
| 2021 | 7 | 20.0% | 80.0% |
| 2022 | 11 | 66.7% | 33.3% |
| 2023 | 28 | 50.0% | 50.0% |
| 2024 | 27 | 50.0% | 50.0% |
Year reflects arrest year from DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Case volumes may vary as more recent cases may still be pending disposition.
Pretrial Release
How defendants charged with Identity Theft in Broome County are handled at arraignment.
Pretrial release data reflects arraignment outcomes under New York's bail reform laws. ROR = Released on Own Recognizance. Bail Set = cash bail or bond required. Remanded = held without bail.
Charge Reductions
in Broome County are reduced
Sentencing When Convicted
Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Identity Theft convictions in Broome County.
50.0% of Identity Theft cases in Broome County are reduced to lesser charges. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.
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Case outcome rates by race for Identity Theft in Broome County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.
| Race | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 64 | 44.4% | 55.6% |
| Black | 49 | 36.0% | 64.0% |
Disparities in case outcomes reflect well-documented systemic factors including policing patterns, socioeconomic inequality, and structural bias in the criminal justice system. These statistics should not be used to draw conclusions about any individual or group. Data sourced from DCJS Pretrial Release Data.
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Past outcomes do not predict future results. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your case.
Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 124 cases analyzed for Identity Theft in Broome County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com
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